Leaving your dog in care is a significant show of trust. A successful care period begins at home with careful preparation. Three things stand out above all: your dog’s food, medication, and up-to-date vaccination certificate. With these essentials, you ensure that your dog’s routine continues as normally as possible. But how do you make a strange place feel safe? The key is a familiar scent \u2013 a small piece of home, such as your dog’s blanket or favourite toy, works wonders.<\/p>\n
Let’s focus on the essentials. The most common mistake is overpacking while forgetting the most important items.<\/p>\n
Absolutely the most important is your dog’s own food<\/strong>. A sudden change in diet in a new, exciting environment is a sure way to stomach issues. The best approach is to pack the food in pre-portioned bags for each meal. If this is not possible, bring your own measuring cup and clear, written instructions on feeding amounts and times. Our hotel offers Hau Hau Champion wet food and Hau Hau Champion grain-free dry kibble for dogs if needed.<\/p>\n If your dog has medication<\/strong>, always bring the medicines in their original packaging. Include a clear, written dosage instruction. Our professional staff will ensure that the medication continues without interruption and exactly as instructed.<\/p>\n The vaccination certificate<\/strong> is not a recommendation but a requirement. It guarantees the safety of not only your dog but also all other hotel guests. Ensure that your dog’s vaccinations against distemper, infectious hepatitis, parvovirus, and kennel cough are valid for the entire duration of the stay.<\/p>\n Other practically proven supplies:<\/p>\n Key point: Pack your dog’s own food, medication, and vaccination certificate, as well as a familiar item to enhance their sense of security.<\/strong><\/p>\n You shouldn’t just bring your dog to the door. A successful care period requires groundwork. The most effective way to reduce your dog’s stress is to acclimatise them to the care facility and separation in advance. A practical method is to bring your dog for daycare first or even for one night to try it out. This small exercise removes the novelty factor and makes the longer stay much more relaxed.<\/p>\n I always recommend a familiarisation visit. It is a great opportunity for your dog to sniff around and meet the caregivers while you are present. Practically, this creates a positive memory trace and makes the actual drop-off much easier. Professional care facilities actively offer this opportunity.<\/p>\n Before bringing your dog for care, do a quick health check. Are the vaccinations and deworming up to date? If your dog has special needs, such as allergies, shyness, or behavioural challenges, please inform us openly and in advance. The better we know your dog, the better we can meet their needs.<\/p>\n Key point: Prepare your dog for care by acclimatising them to separation and making a familiarisation visit to the care facility in advance.<\/strong><\/p>\n Leave all valuable, easily breakable, or potentially dangerous items at home. Professional dog hotels provide basic supplies, such as bowls and bedding. Overpacking only causes confusion and increases the risk of items going missing.<\/p>\n A particular safety risk is easily breakable toys or those that have small parts that can come off. Although dogs are constantly supervised, it is better to be cautious. Expensive and large beds should also be left at home \u2013 they can get dirty or tear during play. A machine-washable blanket or smaller familiar mat is a much better and more practical option.<\/p>\n\n
How to prepare your dog for the care period?<\/h2>\n
What should be left at home?<\/h2>\n